According to the minister, these restrictions will be the "most significant" against Russia since the beginning of its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
He explained that now, at a "critical moment in the history of Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and all of Europe," it is time to double the European support for the country that is seeking peace through strength.
Additionally, Lemmy emphasized that the United Kingdom will continue to provide assistance to Kyiv amounting to £3 billion per year (approximately $3.8 billion). He also confirmed the readiness to "send British troops as part of peacekeeping forces to Ukraine if necessary."
According to Deutsche Welle, the United Kingdom has already imposed sanctions on 1,900 individuals and entities linked to the government of Russia's illegitimate president, Vladimir Putin.